A tragic incident occurred during a high school track meet in Frisco on April 3,
when 17-year-old Karmelo Anthony fatally injured Austin Metcalf, a
student from Memorial High School. The altercation began when Karmelo,
seeking shelter from the rain under a tent, was asked to move by Austin,
leading to a confrontation. According to reports, Karmelo admitted to
the incident and claimed he acted in self-defense after the altercation
escalated.Austin’s family has been deeply affected by the loss of their son.
To honor his memory, they set up a GoFundMe campaign,
which has received significant support from the community. The campaign
aims to help the family during this difficult time. Austin was remembered
as a promising student-athlete with a bright future ahead.Meanwhile,
Karmelo has been charged with murder and is being held on a $1 million bond.
Legal proceedings are ongoing, and both families have asked for respect
and support as they navigate this challenging situation. The tragic event
has deeply impacted both communities, and efforts to seek justice continue as the case moves forward.